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Land Rover Discovery

Gold · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V34 FTAMOT history

V34 FTA is a gold diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 8 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 166,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

V34 FTA gold Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
166,002 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,419 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V34 FTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V34 FTA was last recorded at 166,002 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,612 miles · 22 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
390 miles
Average per year
4,419 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,002 miles
  • 2019 – 165,612 miles
  • 2018 – 162,674 miles
  • 2017 – 159,491 miles
  • 2016 – 156,383 miles
  • 2015 – 153,162 miles
  • 2014 – 148,628 miles
  • 2013 – 144,112 miles
  • 2012 – 137,496 miles
  • 2011 – 131,129 miles
  • 2010 – 125,066 miles
  • 2009 – 115,699 miles
  • 2008 – 105,129 miles
  • 2007 – 96,828 miles
  • 2006 – 85,767 miles
  • 2005 – 75,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,002 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront and Rear n/s and o/s frame, mountings, prescribed area, springs, arms and other suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Rear bump stop missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Central brake light out

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear fog light loosing color

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,002 miles (+390)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    166,002 miles
    Test number
    764916276273
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and Rear n/s and o/s frame, mountings, prescribed area, springs, arms and other suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged

  2. Fail165,612 miles (+2,938)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,612 miles
    Test number
    330806965170
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rusty
    • AdvisoryFuel filter damp
    • AdvisoryO/s/n/s/r wheel archs corroded
    • AdvisoryTow bar socket cover missing

  3. Pass162,674 miles (+6)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    162,674 miles
    Test number
    428678051236
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral brake light out
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fog light loosing color
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail162,668 miles (+3,177)3 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,668 miles
    Test number
    922293213889
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral brake light out
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fog light loosing color
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  5. Pass159,491 miles (+3,108)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    159,491 miles
    Test number
    645992559075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake backing plate missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber cover broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear fog lights loosing colour.
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCracks in rear lights.
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/n/s/r anti-roll bar link arms.
    • AdvisorySome damage to o/s/f bumper.

  6. Pass156,383 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    156,383 miles
    Test number
    247342958024
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working.
    • AdvisoryO/s/n/s/f wheel bearings noisey.
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear light lenses cracked.
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split.
    • AdvisorySome free play in o/s/n/s/r anti-roll bar link arms.

  7. Fail156,383 miles (+3,221)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,383 miles
    Test number
    266291322236
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light not working.
    • AdvisoryO/s/n/s/f wheel bearings noisey.
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear light lenses cracked.
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split.
    • AdvisorySome free play in o/s/n/s/r anti-roll bar link arms.

  8. Pass153,162 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    153,162 miles
    Test number
    590890970469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light
    • AdvisoryDamage to o\s\f bumper

  9. Fail153,157 miles (+4,529)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,157 miles
    Test number
    819947238814
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre brake light
    • AdvisoryDamage to o\s\f bumper

  10. Pass148,628 miles (+11)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    148,628 miles
    Test number
    369484454218
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake back plates rusty
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion on all chassis

  11. Fail148,617 miles (+4,505)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,617 miles
    Test number
    769891254281
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake back plates rusty
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion on all chassis

  12. Pass144,112 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    144,112 miles
    Test number
    849892453202
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion on all chassis
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r brake back plates badly corroded
    • NoteUnable to check brake pipes fully due to running along top of chassis

  13. Fail144,108 miles (+6,612)8 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,108 miles
    Test number
    467396943296
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion on all chassis
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r brake back plates badly corroded
    • NoteUnable to check brake pipes fully due to running along top of chassis

  14. Pass137,496 miles (+6,367)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    137,496 miles
    Test number
    997842542239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear chassis rusty
    • NoteUnder side of vehicle dirty

  15. Pass131,129 miles (+4)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    131,129 miles
    Test number
    319413711466
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel filter leaking
    • NoteO\s mirror loose
    • NoteO\s\r bump stop missing
    • NoteO\s\r indicator lens cracked
    • NoteRear chassis rusty

  16. Fail131,125 miles (+6,059)2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,125 miles
    Test number
    117410711205
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel filter leaking
    • NoteO\s mirror loose
    • NoteO\s\r bump stop missing
    • NoteO\s\r indicator lens cracked
    • NoteRear chassis rusty

  17. Pass125,066 miles (+9,367)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    125,066 miles
    Test number
    252903940264
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO\s\n\s\r chassis rusty
    • NoteO\s\r bump stop missing
    • NoteRubber mount broken on abs pump

  18. Pass115,699 miles (+10,570)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    115,699 miles
    Test number
    434619339253
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO\s\n\s\r chassis rusty
    • NoteOil leak back axle

  19. Pass105,129 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    105,129 miles
    Test number
    902331248246
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/n/s/f bottom ball joint covers split.

  20. Fail105,129 miles (+8,301)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,129 miles
    Test number
    933351848231
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/n/s/f bottom ball joint covers split.

  21. Pass96,828 miles (+11,061)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    96,828 miles
    Test number
    711750747225
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteO\s\n\s\r chassis rusty
    • NoteStone chips in wind screen

  22. Pass85,767 miles (+550)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    85,767 miles
    Test number
    551448706279
    • NoteN/s and o/s front bottom ball joint rubber boots broken
    • NoteSurface corrosion on all rear chassis sections

  23. Fail85,217 miles (+10,174)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,217 miles
    Test number
    740697186185
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth frount bottom ball joint grease covers broken
    • NoteFlakey corrosion on rear chassis areas
    • NoteUnable to check outer sills fully due to covers fitted

  24. Pass75,043 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    75,043 miles
    Test number
    703128435241
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about V34 FTA

Does V34 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V34 FTA is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V34 FTA?
The MOT on V34 FTA is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V34 FTA done?
V34 FTA was recorded at 166,002 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 4,419 miles a year.
Has V34 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V34 FTA has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on V34 FTA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V34 FTA find?
V34 FTA passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake lever pivot slightly tight, and 2 more.

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